Category Archives: perseverance

persevere

Sometimes we are offended by God (or at least disappointed) when we go through difficult circumstances. But the Holy Spirit tells us to think in a different manner: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many … Continue reading

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praise vs praise

“But because of the Pharisees they would not confess their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; for they loved praise from men more than praise from God.” (Jn 12:42-43) Here the Holy Spirit links misplaced … Continue reading

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marathon

Taylor crawled out of his girlfriend’s car Sunday morning in a bit of pain. But he had a smile on his face because he had just completed a marathon in Atlanta, breaking the time goal he had set for himself. … Continue reading

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Satan’s world

“The devil led him to a high place and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world. And he said to him, ‘I will give you all their authority and splendor, for it has been given to … Continue reading

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cup

An incredible gift from a generous friend upon her graduation from high school allowed our oldest daughter, Kinsey, to take one person on a trip. For a while I thought I would be the person, but somehow Kinsey’s brother displaced … Continue reading

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